Request

Chen Lin hadn't expected that the other party's purpose in seeking him out was actually for talisman crafting.

At this moment, he had no right to refuse and could only accept the Jade Slip.

After a long while, he moved the Jade Slip away from his forehead and looked at the other party with a bitter smile. "Fellow Daoist Ye, you think far too highly of me. This talisman is so profound and complex. Setting aside whether my Magical Power can support it, just the requirement for a Cultivator's True Fire to assist is something I cannot achieve!"

True Fire was a special flame that only Foundation Establishment Cultivators could form. Upon seeing this requirement, Chen Lin knew he couldn't craft it.

Moreover, it was the first time he had seen a method for talisman crafting that required fire as a medium, which broadened his horizons.

"You really can't do it? If it's because of the fire, I can help Fellow Daoist Chen solve that problem."

Ye Jingyun said with some disappointment but still unwilling to give up.

"How can you solve it?"

Chen Lin was a little puzzled. Did she expect him to somehow increase his cultivation to Foundation Establishment?

If that were the case, he would do his utmost to craft this talisman for her, even at the cost of his life.

Ye Jingyun paced back and forth a couple of times and slowly said, "Although the Jade Slip states that True Fire used by Foundation Establishment Cultivators is required as a medium, it's not absolute. If Exotic Fire is used, it's also possible."

"Exotic Fire, what is that?"

This was the first time Chen Lin had heard this term, and he couldn't help but feel curious.

At the same time, he deeply felt his lack of knowledge about cultivation.

Ye Jingyun didn't mock him and patiently explained, "Exotic Fire is a special flame naturally generated between heaven and earth. It's extremely rare, so it's normal for you not to know about it. You just need to know that it can replace True Fire, and I happen to have one."

Ah!

Chen Lin let out a sound of surprise.

Although he hadn't yet understood the specific information about Exotic Fire, he understood what she meant: he didn't need to worry about the fire source.

At this moment, Ye Jingyun spoke again, "As for the Magical Power consumption, Fellow Daoist, you don't need to worry either. I have plenty of Qi Replenishing Pills. If that's not enough, I even have higher-grade Spirit Recovery Pills. If that's still not enough, I can also channel Magical Power to you from the side."

"This..."

Chen Lin was genuinely unsure how to refuse for a moment.

The other party had come to his door, and it seemed they had made all sorts of preparations. He had no reason to decline.

"Alright, I'll give it a try. But I need to be upfront: my talisman crafting skill is nowhere near as high as you imagine. I've only just started. The chance of success is very slim, so don't blame me if the materials are wasted."

Since he couldn't avoid it, he might as well agree.

If he failed a few times, it would dampen the other party's hopes.

"Then thank you, Fellow Daoist."

Ye Jingyun said with a grateful tone.

To Chen Lin's surprise, she even gave him a slight bow!

This startled him, and he quickly returned the bow, saying flusteredly, "I dare not let Fellow Daoist Ye be so polite. It is my honor to be able to help Fellow Daoist."

While returning the bow, Chen Lin secretly pondered why she was being so courteous. Was she naturally kind, or was she trying to test him for something?

However, she didn't keep him in suspense for long. Her eyes flickered slightly as she said, "I ask that you keep this matter confidential and not tell Senior Brother Yu."

Oh.

So that was the reason.

Chen Lin suddenly understood.

But new doubts immediately arose. It was just crafting a single talisman; given her relationship with Yu Yuehai, what was there to hide?

Of course, he wasn't foolish enough to ask. After a moment's hesitation, he nodded. "I can agree, but if Fellow Daoist Yu blames me later, you'll have to speak up for me!"

Seeing Chen Lin agree, Ye Jingyun showed a satisfied smile and nodded in assent. "Naturally, you don't need to worry about that. And if you help me craft the talisman, I can guarantee that Senior Brother Yu won't act against you. Even if he tries to make things difficult for you one day, I will dissuade him."

This was what Chen Lin had been waiting for, and he immediately cupped his fists. "Then thank you, Fellow Daoist Ye!"

Ye Jingyun patted her Storage Bag, and a pile of items appeared on the table.

The most eye-catching among them was a uniquely shaped small bottle. Chen Lin couldn't tell what material it was made of, but judging by the mysterious runes covering it, it was also a Magic Tool.

The rest was a white jade box, which also seemed to be an extraordinary item.

Additionally, there was a stack of Talisman Paper, about twenty to thirty sheets. These were not ordinary Talisman Paper but high-grade Talisman Paper made from Demon Beast Skin.

Finally, there was a Talisman Brush.

Upon seeing this Talisman Brush, Chen Lin's eyes lit up.

He had seen this item in Duobao Pavilion; it was a high-end item.

The brush handle was entirely crafted from Cold Ice Profound Jade. The brush head had a golden ring with fine inscriptions carved on it. The bristles were reddish-brown, the Natal Hair from the chest of a certain Fire Attribute Second-Order Demon Beast.

According to the shopkeeper of Duobao Pavilion, this Talisman Brush had the miraculous effect of increasing the success rate of Fire Attribute talismans, which had made him envious.

Unfortunately, the price was also considerable, exceeding his purchasing power.

He hadn't expected it to end up in her hands.

It seemed that she had been preparing for a long time to craft this talisman.

Ye Jingyun ignored Chen Lin's surprised gaze. She first picked up the peculiar small bottle, stroked it, and said softly, "The Spirit Ink needed for talisman making is in this bottle. It's the Essence Blood of a Second-Order Demon Beast, the Ink Scale Flood Dragon. There isn't a lot, but it's enough for over ten attempts."

Hearing the words "Ink Scale Flood Dragon," Chen Lin's eyes flickered slightly.

The most crucial material for refining the Azure Flood Dragon Halberd was the Flood Dragon's soul.

Flood Dragons were rare and powerful Demon Beasts. He wondered where she got its Essence Blood from, and if it also had an Essence Spirit.

Of course, he wouldn't ask at this moment.

Besides the Flood Dragon Essence Spirit, refining the Azure Flood Dragon Halberd required many other rare materials, so it couldn't be made immediately.

He was just a low-level cultivator in the Qi Refining Mid-stage and couldn't possibly use high-level items like a Flood Dragon Essence Spirit. Asking rashly would only make her more suspicious.

At this moment, Ye Jingyun picked up the jade box and slowly opened it.

As the jade box opened, Chen Lin immediately felt the temperature in the room drop by several degrees, and an icy aura emanated from within.

He looked over in surprise.

He discovered that the thing causing such a grand display was merely a small, ink-black mass.

This mass resembled a candle flame. Strangely, it wasn't resting at the bottom of the jade box but was suspended, gently swaying.

"Could this be an Exotic Fire? It truly is quite peculiar!"

Without a doubt, this was the Exotic Fire she had mentioned. It truly broadened Chen Lin's horizons.

Ye Jingyun nodded. "That's right. This object is a type of Exotic Fire called the Cold Nether Flame. Don't be fooled by the icy aura it emits; the temperature inside the flame is actually very high. It can also be controlled with spiritual power, which is very peculiar."

After speaking, she took out a Jade Slip and handed it to Chen Lin.

Under Chen Lin's astonished gaze, she said, "Here is a secret technique for establishing a Spiritual Connection with spiritual items. It's easier and more effective than the Object Manipulation Technique. Once you've learned it, begin studying the Art of Talisman Making."

After a moment's thought, she took out a plain-looking pouch and said to Chen Lin, "I see you don't have a Storage Bag yet. Once you prepare to leave this place, you'll need to carry more supplies. I happen to have a spare one. If you can successfully refine talismans, consider it my reward!"

With that, she handed both items to Chen Lin.

Then, she turned and left.